2009 BMW 335 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
